1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Dart | Volare |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4492 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |